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mellhay's review
4.0
3.5 Stars
There are many great friend moments in this book. Moments that show how important those you keep near are and how you can help them. Ivy gives some great advice in this book, and learns a few things about those she judged harshly. I liked the advice she gave to Arachne and having to face what she did. We don't get to search for Ivy's dad just yet, even though she's trying and wants to. There's a reason for it. Ceff points out that Ivy's search for her father could be used against her, and him, with the war brewing in the supernatural world. All could want him as their secret weapon against all others. Also, the fey courts have caught wind of Ivy and her inability to control her powers around humans. Not a good thing. This is something that leaves a little curiosity in our minds. War brewing. Her father. Hmm. What's to come next?
This is a light Paranormal/Urban Fantasy read. It's easy to follow and quick reading.
****FULL REVIEW****
3.5 Stars
*I requested to review a copy of this audiobook for an honest review from the author.
Ivy's debts have to pile up, and suck her friends into the dangerous webs with her. Jinx is... spelled. She woke with glowing kisses on her and growing more and more tired as the minutes pass. Ivy wants to find and stop who's draining her dearest friend's energy. But her debts to the Green Lady and the Vampire leader are called upon and she is compelled to take care of those first. One is harder than the other, and she is going to lose a friend today. One way or another. But maybe, just maybe, these debts can be used to get what Ivy wants. There is always a twist to the fey way, and with her friends, Ivy starts to see a path of how to take care of everything, while she works with Ceff to stop the fire imps starting fires throughout her home town.
I liked this story better than the previous books for a few reasons. The story was a little bit more complex with more than two things happening, tying it all together. And this duo of voices fits for me much better.
I've been listening to this series, and I continue to do so. This novel is narrated by the duo that also voiced a novella. They are Melanie and David. And I do enjoy having both of them for female and male characters. Melanie has the emotions to go with the words as she speaks, and she's not overly bubbly for Ivy. Melanie sounds down to Earth and more real to me for Ivy. Melanie also does an accent from the old world for the Green Lady, a lilt to her words. David is a lovely addition to Melanie's female readings, giving us all the male voices to complement her characters. David's voice for Forneus reminds me of Jack Nicholson. There is one sentence that is repeated, missed in editing. But overall I enjoyed their interpretations of the characters. I do like the slight enhancements such as the sounds of a character on the phone and the echo of a ghost talking!
There is a refresher of what happened previously up front and at the very beginning of the story. As it's nice to be reminded of past events and where everyone stands in at the start, I don't think it's as needed. E.J. does a wonderful job of blending these tidbits in as the story goes. It fills in gaps and continues the three dimensional feel of the world and characters.
The story feels well put together. We have a few troubles happening at one time, and can piece it all together as we go through. I really enjoyed the story here and the avenues it took. I did feel there were a few weak moments in the book, like Torn always bargaining for a deal in his favor and he misses a prime opportunity for one. I can't see him doing that. And with Ivy's power, when she touches someone she sees visions, and once releases that touch to later touch again she's to see visions again... That's forgotten about as when she touches someone again, it's not mentioned of seeing visions again. These are tiny items in a whole novel as a whole. I do enjoy the story and adventure Ivy goes on here.
The characters are fun in the mix too. Ivy is growing as a character. I don't seem to remember Ivy swearing as much, as she does in this book, in previous books. Mind you, it's not as heavy in swearing as other UF books I've read, but more for Ivy. Ivy still has a habit of 'saying' she's not soft of heart, stubborn, or a smart mouth. This always seems to rub me wrong when I hear/read it. She says it, but I don't think I see it as much in her actions. Now when others say it or she does do something, it's okay, it's just when Ivy thinks she's being stubborn after she's being stubborn that feels repetitive for me. E.J. has a way of writing in puns, little jokes, and thought from Ivy that are play on words. They are fun at times, and also a few that have you roll your eyes because it's corny. lol.
Oh! Sparky! He sounds like a cutie. Really. Adorable little thing (that could grow to be so big!). And Forneus. I knew Ivy couldn't keep him away forever. lol. Torn is a fun rival for Forneus and loves dangerous adventure, so he fits so well.
There are many great friend moments in this book. Moments that show how important those you keep near are and how you can help them. Ivy gives some great advice in this book, and learns a few things about those she judged harshly. I liked the advice she gave to Arachne and having to face what she did. We don't get to search for Ivy's dad just yet, even though she's trying and wants to. There's a reason for it. Ceff points out that Ivy's search for her father could be used against her, and him, with the war brewing in the supernatural world. All could want him as their secret weapon against all others. Also, the fey courts have caught wind of Ivy and her inability to control her powers around humans. Not a good thing. This is something that leaves a little curiosity in our minds. War brewing. Her father. Hmm. What's to come next?
This is a light Paranormal/Urban Fantasy read. It's easy to follow and quick reading.
There are many great friend moments in this book. Moments that show how important those you keep near are and how you can help them. Ivy gives some great advice in this book, and learns a few things about those she judged harshly. I liked the advice she gave to Arachne and having to face what she did. We don't get to search for Ivy's dad just yet, even though she's trying and wants to. There's a reason for it. Ceff points out that Ivy's search for her father could be used against her, and him, with the war brewing in the supernatural world. All could want him as their secret weapon against all others. Also, the fey courts have caught wind of Ivy and her inability to control her powers around humans. Not a good thing. This is something that leaves a little curiosity in our minds. War brewing. Her father. Hmm. What's to come next?
This is a light Paranormal/Urban Fantasy read. It's easy to follow and quick reading.
****FULL REVIEW****
3.5 Stars
*I requested to review a copy of this audiobook for an honest review from the author.
Ivy's debts have to pile up, and suck her friends into the dangerous webs with her. Jinx is... spelled. She woke with glowing kisses on her and growing more and more tired as the minutes pass. Ivy wants to find and stop who's draining her dearest friend's energy. But her debts to the Green Lady and the Vampire leader are called upon and she is compelled to take care of those first. One is harder than the other, and she is going to lose a friend today. One way or another. But maybe, just maybe, these debts can be used to get what Ivy wants. There is always a twist to the fey way, and with her friends, Ivy starts to see a path of how to take care of everything, while she works with Ceff to stop the fire imps starting fires throughout her home town.
I liked this story better than the previous books for a few reasons. The story was a little bit more complex with more than two things happening, tying it all together. And this duo of voices fits for me much better.
I've been listening to this series, and I continue to do so. This novel is narrated by the duo that also voiced a novella. They are Melanie and David. And I do enjoy having both of them for female and male characters. Melanie has the emotions to go with the words as she speaks, and she's not overly bubbly for Ivy. Melanie sounds down to Earth and more real to me for Ivy. Melanie also does an accent from the old world for the Green Lady, a lilt to her words. David is a lovely addition to Melanie's female readings, giving us all the male voices to complement her characters. David's voice for Forneus reminds me of Jack Nicholson. There is one sentence that is repeated, missed in editing. But overall I enjoyed their interpretations of the characters. I do like the slight enhancements such as the sounds of a character on the phone and the echo of a ghost talking!
There is a refresher of what happened previously up front and at the very beginning of the story. As it's nice to be reminded of past events and where everyone stands in at the start, I don't think it's as needed. E.J. does a wonderful job of blending these tidbits in as the story goes. It fills in gaps and continues the three dimensional feel of the world and characters.
The story feels well put together. We have a few troubles happening at one time, and can piece it all together as we go through. I really enjoyed the story here and the avenues it took. I did feel there were a few weak moments in the book, like Torn always bargaining for a deal in his favor and he misses a prime opportunity for one. I can't see him doing that. And with Ivy's power, when she touches someone she sees visions, and once releases that touch to later touch again she's to see visions again... That's forgotten about as when she touches someone again, it's not mentioned of seeing visions again. These are tiny items in a whole novel as a whole. I do enjoy the story and adventure Ivy goes on here.
The characters are fun in the mix too. Ivy is growing as a character. I don't seem to remember Ivy swearing as much, as she does in this book, in previous books. Mind you, it's not as heavy in swearing as other UF books I've read, but more for Ivy. Ivy still has a habit of 'saying' she's not soft of heart, stubborn, or a smart mouth. This always seems to rub me wrong when I hear/read it. She says it, but I don't think I see it as much in her actions. Now when others say it or she does do something, it's okay, it's just when Ivy thinks she's being stubborn after she's being stubborn that feels repetitive for me. E.J. has a way of writing in puns, little jokes, and thought from Ivy that are play on words. They are fun at times, and also a few that have you roll your eyes because it's corny. lol.
Oh! Sparky! He sounds like a cutie. Really. Adorable little thing (that could grow to be so big!). And Forneus. I knew Ivy couldn't keep him away forever. lol. Torn is a fun rival for Forneus and loves dangerous adventure, so he fits so well.
There are many great friend moments in this book. Moments that show how important those you keep near are and how you can help them. Ivy gives some great advice in this book, and learns a few things about those she judged harshly. I liked the advice she gave to Arachne and having to face what she did. We don't get to search for Ivy's dad just yet, even though she's trying and wants to. There's a reason for it. Ceff points out that Ivy's search for her father could be used against her, and him, with the war brewing in the supernatural world. All could want him as their secret weapon against all others. Also, the fey courts have caught wind of Ivy and her inability to control her powers around humans. Not a good thing. This is something that leaves a little curiosity in our minds. War brewing. Her father. Hmm. What's to come next?
This is a light Paranormal/Urban Fantasy read. It's easy to follow and quick reading.
laughlinesandliterature's review
3.0
This was interesting as finally Ivy starts to have to pay her debts, but of course this leads to crazy drama, and in the end Ivy fulfills her bargains and saves her town again. I do like these books, but I wish they would move forward were the story. In alot of ways they feel like episodes of a TV show where there is a longer story arc over the course of the season. But these are full length novels, and I do get tired of Ivy telling me things I already know. For example: Her history with Ceff, her mother, her dad, all of the things that I found out in prior books and that I don't need little reminders on. Still I'd give it 3 out of 5 stars.
tartbarbie's review
5.0
I received Burning Bright in return for an honest review from the author.
Burning Bright is the third installment in the Ivy Granger Series. Ivy is a private investigator but she’s been doing less investigating and more hunting since Jenna was shipped off to the old country. When she finds her best friend covered in kisses and drained she rushes to Kaye the most powerful witch in Harborsmouth who puts Jinx in a circle to keep the incubus from draining more of her. With the help of her friends Ivy heads off to the carnival where the green lady lives knowing that she’s the one who attacked Jinx only to learn that she’s calling in her favor. The Green lady wants Ivy to kill her friend Kaye or else Jinx will die.
As if that’s the only problem that Ivy has to worry about, fire imps are on the loose starting fires all over the city. The vampires want Ivy to stop the imps, as do the cat Sidhe before it gets out of hand. Plus Ivy needs to figure out how to settle her debt with the green lady without killing her friend. She also needs to avoid the faerie court assassins who are hot on her trail intent on killing her before she can expose them all. Ivy has her hands full will she be able to survive or will her death be the only solution?
I love Ivy she’s been one of my favorite characters since the beginning. Very much like a fine wine keeps getting better with age. Ivy’s life is anything but normal she lives in a world where she sees the monsters unlike her best friend who doesn’t. She is trying to find her father which is far from easy as well as needs to learn how to use her gifts. I also love her friends from human to demon she has a wide range which I think enhance the story perfectly. Plus than there is her love interest Ceff the Kelpie King who I just love he’s perfect for Ivy.
I was super excited to get the opportunity to read the next installment in Ivy Granger’s story. She is one of my favorite Urban Fantasy characters right along with Mercy Thompson they are my top two. Ivy’s lives in a world where supernatural beings exist but humans don’t know that they are real. I love the way the author has taken the private investigator concept and put her own unique twist creating a captivating new series. The whole book is beautifully written from start to finish I was drawn in right from the start unable to put the book down till the last page. Burning Bright is action packed right from the start mixing suspense and romance to create a complex story. I love that the book is mostly story with just little bits of romance that don’t overpower the story I feel like I get the best of both worlds. I loved the story, the book was amazing one of my favorites in the series. I can’t wait for the next installment of Ivy because I just have to know what’s going to happen next.
Burning Bright is the third installment in the Ivy Granger Series. Ivy is a private investigator but she’s been doing less investigating and more hunting since Jenna was shipped off to the old country. When she finds her best friend covered in kisses and drained she rushes to Kaye the most powerful witch in Harborsmouth who puts Jinx in a circle to keep the incubus from draining more of her. With the help of her friends Ivy heads off to the carnival where the green lady lives knowing that she’s the one who attacked Jinx only to learn that she’s calling in her favor. The Green lady wants Ivy to kill her friend Kaye or else Jinx will die.
As if that’s the only problem that Ivy has to worry about, fire imps are on the loose starting fires all over the city. The vampires want Ivy to stop the imps, as do the cat Sidhe before it gets out of hand. Plus Ivy needs to figure out how to settle her debt with the green lady without killing her friend. She also needs to avoid the faerie court assassins who are hot on her trail intent on killing her before she can expose them all. Ivy has her hands full will she be able to survive or will her death be the only solution?
I love Ivy she’s been one of my favorite characters since the beginning. Very much like a fine wine keeps getting better with age. Ivy’s life is anything but normal she lives in a world where she sees the monsters unlike her best friend who doesn’t. She is trying to find her father which is far from easy as well as needs to learn how to use her gifts. I also love her friends from human to demon she has a wide range which I think enhance the story perfectly. Plus than there is her love interest Ceff the Kelpie King who I just love he’s perfect for Ivy.
I was super excited to get the opportunity to read the next installment in Ivy Granger’s story. She is one of my favorite Urban Fantasy characters right along with Mercy Thompson they are my top two. Ivy’s lives in a world where supernatural beings exist but humans don’t know that they are real. I love the way the author has taken the private investigator concept and put her own unique twist creating a captivating new series. The whole book is beautifully written from start to finish I was drawn in right from the start unable to put the book down till the last page. Burning Bright is action packed right from the start mixing suspense and romance to create a complex story. I love that the book is mostly story with just little bits of romance that don’t overpower the story I feel like I get the best of both worlds. I loved the story, the book was amazing one of my favorites in the series. I can’t wait for the next installment of Ivy because I just have to know what’s going to happen next.
tanyad74's review
3.0
I knew Ivy had quite a few "bargains" out there, but wow, did everyone have to start calling them in all at once?! At first I was really overwhelmed with all the tasks on Ivy's to-do list, but it does even out and everything comes together so that those bargains become manageable.
I like Ceff, and I like the relationship that Ivy has managed to have with him, despite him being a king of his people, and her a princess of hers with a pretty annoying power. I should say two powers now. The newest power and controlling it is one of the items at the top of Ivy's to-do list but just may have to take a backseat to the more pressing items that will weaken her if not fulfilled quickly.
I was really scared about the Green Lady's demand. Apparently the glaistig doesn't trust the Fae favor compulsion so she takes a little action that will ensure Ivy fulfills her bargain. This puts Ivy into a really bad position, that may jeopardize the friendships she has built.
Burning Bright has the main mission, (Ivy's bargains) but also takes you on a side mission to retrieve essential ingredients to the grand plan. I really enjoyed this mission and the dangers and unknowns were definitely interesting and kept you on your toes.
My favorite demon gets some recognition which pleased me to no end, and we get a new addition to the group. I have to admit, I find myself much more interested in the side characters. Ivy is working her way up in my book by growing and becoming braver as she adjusts to spending more time in the Fae world, but she still annoys me at times. Forneus is my favorite out of all of them. The more face time with him the better!
Overall, I enjoyed the adventures of Ivy and crew. The world just keeps evolving and growing with each installment. We're all set with a least a couple more story lines that I am sure will bring some great missions!
This review was originally posted on Rantings of a Reading Addict
I like Ceff, and I like the relationship that Ivy has managed to have with him, despite him being a king of his people, and her a princess of hers with a pretty annoying power. I should say two powers now. The newest power and controlling it is one of the items at the top of Ivy's to-do list but just may have to take a backseat to the more pressing items that will weaken her if not fulfilled quickly.
I was really scared about the Green Lady's demand. Apparently the glaistig doesn't trust the Fae favor compulsion so she takes a little action that will ensure Ivy fulfills her bargain. This puts Ivy into a really bad position, that may jeopardize the friendships she has built.
Burning Bright has the main mission, (Ivy's bargains) but also takes you on a side mission to retrieve essential ingredients to the grand plan. I really enjoyed this mission and the dangers and unknowns were definitely interesting and kept you on your toes.
My favorite demon gets some recognition which pleased me to no end, and we get a new addition to the group. I have to admit, I find myself much more interested in the side characters. Ivy is working her way up in my book by growing and becoming braver as she adjusts to spending more time in the Fae world, but she still annoys me at times. Forneus is my favorite out of all of them. The more face time with him the better!
Overall, I enjoyed the adventures of Ivy and crew. The world just keeps evolving and growing with each installment. We're all set with a least a couple more story lines that I am sure will bring some great missions!
This review was originally posted on Rantings of a Reading Addict
bookbitereviews's review
5.0
Burning Bright is my favorite book so far in this series. It was packed full of action and had me hooked from page one. I absolutely loved that the storyline between Jinx and Forneus from the prequel Club Nexus was continued on in this book and I love our new character, Sparky. Ivy's life gets extremely complicated in this book, but from what I gather in the clues given to us by this story is that the next book is going to be even more complicated for Ivy and I can't wait! If you still haven't check out this series, I honestly don't know what is wrong with you, because it is a MUST read!
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